Everton Eye Brazilian Winger Luiz Henrique as Richarlison’s Potential Successor
Everton are reportedly preparing a January bid for Botafogo’s thrilling right winger Luiz Henrique, dubbed the potential successor to former Toffees forward Richarlison.
According to Caught Offside, Everton scouts have been monitoring Henrique’s performances against Cuiaba-MT and Vasco da Gama, with Crystal Palace and Fulham also interested in securing his services.
With a transfer value of €30m (£25m), Henrique could provide the attacking spark Everton desperately needs, having scored just ten goals in their opening 11 Premier League matches.
The 23-year-old’s impressive form for Botafogo, including 11 goals in 2024, has drawn comparisons to Richarlison, who netted 53 goals and provided 13 assists in 152 games for Everton.
Journalist Graham Hunter previously praised Henrique as a “thrilling right winger” during his stint with Real Betis. While his Spanish adventure yielded modest returns (four goals, ten assists), Henrique’s Copa Libertadores displays have been impressive, with three goals, one big chance created, and 1.5 successful dribbles per game.
Everton manager Sean Dyche is eager to bolster his squad during the January transfer window, and securing Henrique’s signature would be a statement of intent. However, the Toffees must fend off rival interest from Palace and Fulham to land the Brazilian talent.
Key Points:
- Everton target Luiz Henrique as potential Richarlison successor
- Botafogo value Henrique at €30m (£25m)
- Crystal Palace and Fulham also interested in signing Henrique
- Henrique impresses with 11 goals in 2024 for Botafogo
- Journalist Graham Hunter hails Henrique as “thrilling right winger”
As Everton seeks to escape the relegation zone, capturing Henrique’s signature could provide the much-needed attacking impetus to ensure Premier League survival.